The Proposed Ship Canal Between Philadelphia And New York (via Trenton)

By Lewis Muhlenberg Haupt

"The Proposed Ship Canal Between Philadelphia And New York (via Trenton)" explores a visionary engineering project intended to revolutionize transportation and trade in the northeastern United States. This historical document details the plans and proposals for constructing a ship canal linking Philadelphia and New York City, utilizing Trenton as a pivotal connecting point. The book delves into the potential economic benefits, logistical challenges, and the overall impact such a canal would have on regional development.

Authored by Lewis Muhlenberg Haupt, Thomas Martindale, Erastus Wiman, and presented by the New York Board of Trade and Transportation, this work offers insights into the ambitious infrastructure projects of the era and the aspirations of engineers and businessmen to enhance connectivity and commerce. Readers interested in the history of civil engineering, transportation, and the economic development of the United States will find this a compelling and informative study.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 127869319X
• ISBN13: 9781278693194
• Release Date: March 2012
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Length: 26 Pages
• Weight: 0.11 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.1" x 9.2"